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Seiko Prospex LX linevsSpinnaker Dumas Automatic

The numbers, the dial colors, the calibers — laid out so you can stop flipping between tabs.

Prospex LX line
SeikoProspex LX line
MSRP $6,500
Dumas Automatic
SpinnakerDumas Automatic
MSRP $239

At a glance

12 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Prospex LX line44.8mm
Dumas Automatic44mm
Power Reserve
Prospex LX line72h
Dumas Automatic40h
Water Resistance
Prospex LX line300m
Dumas Automatic300m
MSRP
Prospex LX line$6,500
Dumas Automatic$239

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
44.8mm
44mm
Thickness
15.7mm
15mm
Lug-to-Lug
50.9mm
48mm
Material
Titanium
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Anti-reflective coating on inner surface
Inner
Dial Color
Black
Blue
Lume
LumiBrite on hands and index(es)
None

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
5R65
SII NH35A
Type
Spring Drive
Automatic
Power Reserve
72h
40h
Jewels
30
25

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$6,500
$239

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What people say

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Seiko Prospex LX line

Owners widely report the Seiko Prospex LX line's finishing is a step up from other models, with a case that sits well on the wrist, and some praise the green sunburst dial with blue anti-reflective sapphire crystal as phenomenal. However, owners note the high MSRP limited sales, with some desiring smaller cases and a reduced price, and others experienced quality control issues such as detached second hands and peeling DLC coating, leading to concerns about fragility. On balance, owners feel the Seiko Prospex LX line was discontinued due to pricing that alienated its target market, despite its attractive dial.

Spinnaker Dumas Automatic

Owners widely praise the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic for its attractive textured blue dial, applied indices, and well-finished case, noting its comfortable wearability due to a short lug-to-lug distance. Some owners flag the use of mineral crystal instead of sapphire and a bracelet with a learning curve and loose keeper. Overall, owners rate the Spinnaker Dumas Automatic highly for its aesthetics and case finishing at its price point.

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